The First Annual South Lake Women’s Show, hosted by The South Lake Chamber of Commerce in partnership with Southern Hospitality Events, will take place this Saturday, March 3 from 12 pm to 5 pm at the Clermont City Center.
The overall...
Lake County is in the process of drafting an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, which reviews fair housing data and potential impediments to fair housing choice, and identifies actions to overcome impediments. The county will host three...
Members of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently toured Clermont’s Historic Village.
Guided by volunteers from the South Lake County Historical Society, the ladies were able to walk through the various buildings located in the Village...
Inspiring Students, One Robot At A Time
The Deltabots, a dedicated group of fifth-grade students from Cypress Ridge Elementary, are one of only 20 elementary school teams from Florida to achieve the opportunity to compete in the World Robotics Competition...
From February through April, more than 300 college softball teams come to Clermont to kickstart their season.
The Spring Games were founded in 2008 by Dr. Dot Richardson, who earned Olympic gold as part of the USA’s women’s softball team....
Two years ago, there were only 44 members of South Lake Elks Lodge #1848. Since then membership has soared to over 200.
In conjunction with the Elks 150th Anniversary as a benevolent organization, South Lake Lodge #1848 held its grand opening on Saturday,...
Curious about Toastmasters? Attending a meeting is a great opportunity to learn what it’s all about. The club provides a safe, supportive and positive learning environment in which members are empowered to develop communication and leadership skills, resulting in...
Clermont-Minneola Lions Club President Dan Strauss welcomed Emily Brown of the Central Florida Expressway Authority as a recent club speaker. Ms. Brown brought the Club up to date on Expressway work nearing completion of the beltway at the northern...
Cypress Ridge Elementary School (CRES) is accepting lottery applications through March 30th for students who will be entering kindergarten through fifth grades during the 2018-19 school year.
CRES is a magnet school for the South Lake community with curriculum emphasizing...
The 24th Annual Ambassador Breakfast was held Friday, February 16 at the Wesley Center, Clermont.
The East Ridge High School's Rhythm of the Knight entertained at the Chamber breakfast.
Click: East Ridge High School's Rhythm of the Knight
The Public Service Award...
The Hills of Minneola will be one of the most significant developments in South Lake County. The 1,834 (+/-) acre master planned community will be occupying all four quadrants of the newest section of the Florida Turnpike interchange near...
Submitted by the Animal League
Vincenzo is a 2-month old Dachshund and Miniature Schnauzer Blend. Once I'm fully grown, I will probably weigh around 20-25 lbs. I'm a happy and cuddly boy who does great with boy other dogs and...
Students at Windy Hill Middle School (WHMS) will hold a benefit concert tonight to support families of students killed and injured in a shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Broward County last week.
“Originally slated to be a...
The Kiwanis Club and New Hope Christian Academy are proud to announce February’s Terrific Kids.
Jason, Kaitlyne, Marlena, Tyler, Breanna, and Isiah
Terrific Kids is a student-recognition program sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of South Lake. “Terrific” is an acronym for Thoughtful, Enthusiastic,...
The Kiwanis Club and Cypress Ridge Elementary School are proud to announce February’s Terrific Kids.
Grades K-2:
Matthew Prescott, Carson Ward, Jackson Coatney, Wyatt Whetro, Gage Dawkins, Braxon Smith, Audrey Zinda, Marley West, Zoey West, Easton Born, Landon Sitzmann, Ethan Seepersaud, Lana...
The Kiwanis Club and Groveland Elementary School are proud to announce February's Terrific Kids.
Students:
Jayeden Southall, Miguel Escobar, Riley Kerr, Darwin Barahona Bueso, Grace Clem, Kamara James, Karima Parker, Isaiah Valdes, Gianluca Mendieta, Saige Connelly, Emmanuel Santillian, Vanessa Waite, Aiden...
Toastmasters International is holding a series of contests for International Speech and Table Topics during the month of February. Speech contests are an important part of the Toastmasters educational program. They provide an opportunity for Toastmasters to gain speaking...
Submitted by James Pickering
Saturday’s 5k parkrun saw 106 participants emerge from the early morning fog to cross the finish line on the South Lake trail near Lake Hiawatha Preserve. Perennial local favorite Luiz Prestes was running his 50th parkrun...
Andrea Colby has been named Director of Communications at Montverde Academy.
Colby is a seasoned communications professional with experience in public and media relations, event management, and fundraising. She joins Montverde Academy from Real Life Christian Academy (RLCA), where she...
Clermont Woman’s Club held its annual purse auction at its February meeting at the Clubhouse on 655 W.Broome Street Clermont. Members shopped, collected and donated over 50 purses to be auctioned for charity.
The Clermont Woman’s Club has been contributing...
Submitted by Hilary Allen, Athletic Director
Lake Minneola High School Sports - Week in Review (February 11-17)
Monday, February 12
The Boys Basketball team won their first game in the District Tournament against West Port, 86 – 81.
Tuesday, February 13
The...
On Sunday, March 11, from 3-5 pm, supporters of The Animal League are joining forces to organize a live Chicago Tribute Concert to raise funds for the life-saving work of The Animal League.
The headlining entertainment, Orlando Transit Authority, is...
Minneola City Council unanimously approved requests that will allow RaceTrac, a convenience store and gas station, to build on property located at U.S. Hwy 27 and W. Washington St. Minneola.
Before council approved the commercial site, RaceTrac agreed to dedicate...
This Wednesday, February 21, The Clermont Police Department in partnership with Texas Roadhouse will host a TIP-A-COP fundraiser event for the Special Olympics Florida organization from 4 pm-8 pm.
Special Olympics Florida provides year-round sports training and competition to children...
The Florida Department of Health in Lake County in collaboration with the Lake County School Board will be offering immunizations at the following schools for students who will be entering 7th grade in the 2018/2019 school year:
Carver Middle ...
As “kitten season” fast approaches, the Lake County Animal Shelter is inviting residents to drop off gifts for newborn community cats.
The shelter is accepting IAMS wet and dry kitten food, kitten powdered milk formula, scoopable litter and litter boxes,...
Beta Theta is a chapter of Epsilon Sigma Alpha International (ESA), a leadership and service organization that brings people together to make a difference.
Since 1979, Beta Theta has been holding fundraisers and distributing all the proceeds to charitable organizations...
Imagine having to use an outhouse on a regular bases! Well, that is exactly what the early settlers in our county had to do. Their homes lacked all of the modern conveniences that we take for granted. Indoor plumbing...
I recently met David Bultema, founder of the AaronStrong Foundation. I was so moved by his drive, enthusiasm, and mission that I wanted to learn more about him and share his story.
TABLET: Tell me a little about you and...
The Friends of Cooper Memorial Library began their annual book sale on Friday, February 16 at Cooper Memorial Library, 2525 Oakley Seaver Drive, Clermont.
Anna Ramsay, the organization’s president said the sale has been an incredible success so far. People...
The Clermont Recreation Club hosted an open house at Kehlor Park, a precious gem nestled in Historic Downtown Clermont
Club members wanted to give the community an opportunity to see the 100-year old building, located at 466 W. Minneola Ave.,...
The Minneola City Council decided to table voting on resolutions that, if passed, would pave the way for the property, located at U.S. Hwy. 27 and West Washington Street in Minneola, to become the site of RaceTrac, a convenience...
If you received a DNA Kit from your Valentine, now you may want to understand more and trace your family heritage.
Pastfinders of South Lake County, Genealogical Society can help you get started. The beginner class will be held on...
On Saturday, February 24th from 9 am to 1 pm, the Friends of Lake Louisa State Park will be hosting their 3rd annual Poochapalooza, a day to celebrate and enjoy our canine companions. This is a free event included in...
Mark your calendars for Saturday, April 14. It is time for the 11th Annual Bras for the Cause & Boxers Too!!
This year's event theme is Celebrate the Night in Black and White. Tickets are $60.00 per person and will...
The City of Clermont Public Works Department and the Parks and Recreation Department will hold a Community Planting Day, February 24th, at 9 am at Lake Hiawatha Preserve. If you love to garden, the city will furnish 3,000 longleaf pine...
Submitted by Martin Proctor
On January 10 Groveland City Council officially removed George Rosario from office as Mayor of Groveland by a 3-0 vote (see details). At the next meeting, Vice Mayor Dina Sweatt was sworn in as Mayor. Her...
Those who came to the February 13th Clermont City Council meeting, expecting a controversial debate between the City Council and the Clermont Downtown Partnership (CDP) over the fate of Sunday’s Farmer’s Market and Merchant Faire, were disappointed. The Council...